Undergraduate Studies
Unravel the mysteries of the brain with Canada’s best Neuroscience program
Carleton Neuroscience Programs
Neuroscience & Mental Health is our largest and most flexible program. Launched in 2012 as Canada’s first independent neuroscience program housed by its own academic unit, it maximizes the breadth of cutting edge neuroscience courses and is available as a 20-credit Honours, as well as a 15-credit or 20-credit Major.
The Neuroscience and Biology Combined Honours offers an equal split of NEUR and BIOL with an emphasis on upper-year biology courses with labs and greater opportunities to get involved with research in the Department of Biology.
A Minor in Neuroscience & Mental Health is also available for students majoring in other programs. It’s important to to note that due to course sequencing, the minor must be added in first or second year to stay on track with a typical graduation timeline.
20-credit B.Sc. Honours in Neuroscience & Mental Health
This program allows students to choose courses flexibly and pursue further education pathways, including research-based graduate studies and professional programs.
20-credit B.Sc. in Neuroscience & Mental Health
This program enables students to maximize their neuroscience education and pursue post-graduate professional programs such as Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy, Optometry, etc.
15-credit B.Sc. in Neuroscience & Mental Health
This option allows students to develop an understanding of neuroscience in a shorter timeframe and potentially qualify for early acceptance into medical programs, if eligible.
20-credit B.Sc. Combined Honours in Neuroscience & Biology
This program allows students to gain more upper-year biology lab experience and pursue further education, including research-based graduate studies as well as medical and dental programs.
Example Course Maps for Honours Programs
The following maps are intended to give an overview of what completing a Carleton Neuroscience honours program might look like. They are based on Fall 2025 program regulations, and are therefore not a definitive outline. Current students must consult their academic audit and program advisor for more precise guidance.
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Careers in Neuroscience
A B.Sc. in the field of neuroscience typically serves as a stepping stone to further education for a variety of career paths. Current students are encouraged to explore exclusive resources in the Brightspace Neuro Hub whereas prospective students can access our career videos and alumni profiles to get a sense of what to expect.
Alumni Experiences in Carleton Neuroscience
